Category: Gardening Notes
Gardening notes for My Garden Team service on my garden. Gardening advice and tips
Month Plant Name Plant Type Notes JANUARY Chilies Seeds indoors (heated) Start early for best results JANUARY Aubergines Seeds indoors (heated) Heated propagator essential JANUARY Garlic Cloves direct Spring planting (autumn better) FEBRUARY Chilies...
Blackberries on plant Bare-root canes are cost-effective and easy to plant while dormant. Key tips
Toad helping to keep slugs under control organically Invite amphibian neighbours to help eat slugs — cheap, natural and effective. How to set up
Fruit tree grease bands A short winter routine protects spring fruit — prune for buds, winter-wash and add grease bands. What to do now
Asparagus crowns been planted out in beds Asparagus is a long-term reward — plant once and harvest for decades. Essentials
A few indoor or covered sowings now set you up for early crops. Quick starter tips
Growing a grape vine in a glasshouse provdes humidity during a hot summer A grapevine trained into or across the greenhouse gives summer shade, humidity and autumn fruit — a lovely multi-purpose solution. How...
A clean greenhouse is the best start for pest- and disease-free growing. Follow with a simple rain-harvest + drip system to improve yields. Greenhouse cleaning routine Drip irrigation & rainwater harvesting You can read...
Planting garlic cloves Winter (or late autumn) garlic planting is quick and a high-value garden job — plus garlic makes a great companion plant around borders and veg beds. Practical tips for growing Garlic
Lavender is forgiving but sensitive to harsh pruning. With the right approach you’ll keep compact, healthy plants that flower reliably. Short guide to Lavender care